The day I have been looking forward to following surgery had finally come. It is the day of my catheter removal, thank God! Also, the day I'll find out the pathology on my prostate cancer.
While waiting for my appointment I sat in the office wondering what the doctor would say. However, I also felt fairly sure I knew, because I previewed the pathology report which in my opinion looked pretty good.
The Doctor, in his discussion with me, simply verified what I assumed, that the cancer was contained within the prostate and had not spread anywhere. This was the very best news I could possibly hear.
Next, the nurse came in as it was time for the catheter removal. I wasn't exactly looking forward to this procedure but thankfully it was quick and mostly painless. I was at last free of the catheter and what a relief that was!
So it looks like I won't have to have any other cancer treatment because there was no spread. Once I follow up with my PT to help build up my pelvic floor strength, it will be time for us to hit the road again. Hallelujah!
I am hoping that we'll be able to travel sometime after July 4th. It surely is hot here as the number of days over 110° F are climbing. There isn't a whole lot one can do outside when it's 110° or higher.
So now it's time to rehabiltate and get my body back in shape. I've been told that I'll be near normal after 2 weeks, which I believe since it has been 12 days post surgery. I am feeling better, about 75% normal, but my lower stomach is still in some pain.
In another 8-10 days or so I think I'll feel much better and be ready to resume my normal life. If not we'll stay a little longer but man, am I ready to escape this heat!
Thanks again for following and for the words of encouragement.
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